Spring on the Opatija Riviera

Spring rays of sunshine mean that it is time to wake up from hibernation and is there a better way to do that than spending time by the sea? The spring months are ideal for a romantic, active or wellness holiday that will liven up our lives, and the Opatija Riviera is a perfect getaway spot for such an experience. Spring on the riviera brings many sports, entertainment and gastronomic events, and the breathtaking parks and the famous Lungomare promenade are full of mysterious corners that you have yet to discover!

Enjoy the sunny spring days, excellent gastronomic offer and numerous events!

Daily Programmes

Liburnia breakfast

Explore the gastronomic tradition with Liburnia breakfast! Taste the favorite delicacies of our elders and the superior products of our local family farms. Enjoy the potato polenta, a traditional side dish in Gorski Kotar and Primorje, the island’s favorite curd, fig – the symbol of Primorje, Mediterranean mussel and sardines, Istrian zarebrnik (pork tenderloin), pancetta and medicinal Kvarner Ruta brandy.

Asparagus specialties in cafés and restaurants

Every month cafés and restaurants prepare exclusive offers which include fresh and seasonal ingredients, and the April offer brings a number of innovative salty and sweet delicacies made from asparagus. Various dishes can be prepared from this healthy wild plant: from fine dining specialties, appetizing risottos and salads, salty quiches to unusual desserts.

Relaxing massages accompanied by the scents of Kvarner

Wellness centers are a perfect place for quality rest and relaxation. Relax and let the hands of experienced massage therapists do the work. Enjoy the unforgettable experience of massage rituals with organic oils of bay leaf, immortelle, lavender and other recognizable scents of Kvarner.

ACTIVITIES

Entertainment programs for the little ones

Even the youngest guests can have a wonderful time. Popular family mornings at the Imperial Café are held every Saturday and Sunday. Our animators are in charge of creative workshops and everyone’s favorite face painting, while the parents can enjoy a morning cup of coffee on the terrace of the most popular Opatija café. The highlight of every get-together is our adorable mascot Liri, who makes these mornings unforgettable for the little ones!

ENJOY THE DESTINATION

ASPARAGUS MONTH

During the traditional Asparagus Festival, our famous restaurants and taverns offer intriguing gastronomic delicacies made of asparagus – a harbinger of spring. The star of this festival is the one-day feast in Lovran, where an omelet of 1,000 eggs, 30 kilograms of asparagus and pancetta is prepared.

• Asparagus Feast: 15 April 2023, Lovran

• Asparagus Festival: 1 April 2023 – 30 April 2023, Lovran

• On the Roads of Asparagus – tourist and recreational cycling: 1 April 2023, Mošćenička Draga

NORDIC WALKING ALONG THE HISTORIC PROMENADES OF OPATIJA

Opatija’s landscape is full of picturesque hiking trails and promenades perfect for a spring stroll through the rich history of this area. The Opatija Tourist Board once again organizes free Nordic walking with expert guidance. All programs will be held on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. and the participants can enjoy the idyllic nature of Carmen Sylva and Veprinac promenades. The organizer reserves the right to change the planned route in accordance with weather conditions.

• Nordic walking with expert guidance: 4 March 2023 – 27 May 2023 (Opatija)

EVENTS NOT TO BE MISSED

On 15 April, the Gervais Cultural and Tourist Center in Opatija will welcome the Ukrainian Classical Ballet, consisting of prominent soloists from renowned European theaters. Their performance of “Swan Lake” will leave you speechless. On 6 May, the same stage will welcome the new European crossover phenomenon “40 Fingers”, a world guitar phenomenon that has more than 90 million views on YouTube!

• The Swan Lake, Ukrainian Classical Ballet: 15 April 2023

• Concert: 40 Fingers: 6 May 2023

A WALKING TOUR ALONG THE MYTHIC PATH

Go for a walk along the mythic and historical path Mošćenička Draga – Trebišće and get to know the rich mythological heritage of this area. Find out who the Slavs really are, where they came from and what their beliefs and mythology were like.

• 30 April 2023, Mošćenička Draga – Trebišće

IMPERIAL SPIRITS FESTIVAL

Kvarner Hotel transforms into a spectacular place for the first cocktail festival in Croatia – The Imperial Spirits Festival! Visitors will be able to get a taste of the most intriguing cocktails and get acquainted with the latest trends in mixology. Imperial Spirits combines top brands and bars that create signature cocktails available only at the festival. Various zones, music stages, compelling gastronomic offer in the form of food trucks and, of course, the after-party, will make this festival hard to forget!

• 26 May – 27 May 2023, Kvarner Hotel, Opatija

SPRING IN LIBURNIA HOTELS & VILLAS

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Ambasador, Palace Bellevue and Istra Hotels

Relax in Opatija while tasting local delicacies and get to know Opatija and its surroundings.

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